Palestine, West Virginia, is a small town in the state with a population of 825 people and a population density of 12 people per square mile. It is located close to the Pennsylvania border in Wetzel County. Palestine is home to several local businesses including Dean's Hardware & Supply Co., East End Grocery, Krogers Variety Store, and the Palestine Country Store. There are also many outdoor activities to enjoy year-round such as camping, hiking trails, ATV tours, and fishing. Other organizations in Palestine include the local church group Cedar Grove United Methodist Church and the West Virginia State Wildlife Center. Local sporting events include various youth sports tournaments hosted by the YMCA and other outdoor recreation programs.
The population in Palestine (zip 26160) is 825. There are 13 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Palestine (zip 26160) is 47.3, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Palestine (zip 26160) is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Palestine (zip 26160)
- 69.9% are married
- 20.4% are divorced
- 14.1% are married with children
- 17.7% have children, but are single
Race in Palestine (zip 26160)
- 100.0% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander